Holiday
H.D Lyrics
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You say what?
The president did what?
Ah man, that's hey, that's all good baby
He got rid of the player haters too?
Ah man, we need to declare this a national holiday
We gonna call this Players Holiday
Ant be -Z what up man?
Rise and shine, make you want to say
Dear God, let me thank you for another day
For livin' life on the edge and I'm tryin' to break it
Tired of duckin' the Feds, but it's a struggle to make it
So this is your day homey, now it's time to shine
If a player's only trickin', you can wine and dine
Stress free from the drama, better go get your ticket
Then come on cause some squares can't lie to kick it
It feels good not to grind no more
Don't get it twisted cause I still hustle
Maintainin' just tryin' to reach my goal
Livin' life truly successful
So that my little soldier never have to sell no dope
All the Cutties from the pens comin' home again
And we ain't tryin' to kill each other cause brother we all in
Beautiful black women give 'em much respect
And ain't no funk 'tween the east and the west
It's just a Player Holiday
Today's the day the Players play
So you better be on your way
(On your way, your way)
Now it's time to celebrate
Hurry up and don't be late
Cause you know it's gonna be a lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
(A lovely day)
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
January 1 the year 2000
We gettin' all the money and we ain't through clownin'
You can tell everybody that stays around your way
Today is the official Player's Holiday
Short Dog I'm lovin' every minute of it
Cause pimpin's been around since the beginning of it
We barbecuin' chicken, that's what we doin'
Buy some breezys and we kickin'
And Cap what you doin?
I'm just sittin here timin' like a Rolex watch
I figured by now y'all realize that Hip-Hop and Rap won't stop
Puttin' it together like a racing track
Where's all my Latino, Philippino, and Ese partners at?
I know you feel me when I say that life's a struggle
But God first, y'all know we all can't help but bubble
So keep your head up
And know that things are changing for the better
Talkin' 'bout the youth, the little kids
Forget about you, never
Today's the day the Players play
So you better be on your way
(On your way, your way)
Now it's time to celebrate
Hurry up and don't be late
'Cause you know it's gonna be a lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
(A lovely day)
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
Lovely day, lovely day, lovely day, lovely day
Now all the real players throw your Rollies in The air
And wave 'em all around like you just don't care
From side to side and from front to back
Throw the peace sign baby, show me where you at
Dollar bill y'all, and we could scream it out loud
And Mac Mall's here, homey that can move the crowd
So what the deal with you nigga, you could cross the town
Put the squeeze on the haters, ain't no need to clown
None of the homies got pop
None of the spots got batteram
And I'll be damned, it's crackin' like a Summer Jam
Barbecues, no more feuds, players embracin'
Slammin' dominos, bustin' raps, still paper chasin'
Competitors keep a distance, it's all love baby
Rub-a-dub-dub love, welcome to the Players Club baby
A family affair, a toast to the bay, hey
Looks like it's gonna be one of them lovely days
Mama used to put my clothes on layaway
Now I'm dipped everyday and every see-note got big face
Holler at me man, used to ride the back of the bus
Now I'm spinnin V-12's though the times is rough
In God we trust haters, you can only hate us
But can't front cause you knew that we was bound to blow up
Gettin' paid what we can, Short Dog and Ant Banks
Mac Mall do it big on a Players Holiday, yeah
The song "Holiday" by H.D is a celebration of life as a successful musician, where the struggles of the past have been left behind. The song is about recognizing how far the characters have come; from facing the threat of arrest and death ("ducking the Feds"), to being able to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. The song acknowledges that the journey has been tough, but it's time for a "Player's Holiday" – a national day to celebrate their achievements. The characters in the song have gone from a life of struggling so hard to make a living to one that is filled with success and joy.
The first verse opens with the news that something positive has happened. The president has done something right, and it's a cause for celebration. The song acknowledges that there are people who are envious of their success, but that's no longer an issue. The chorus of the song emphasizes that it's a perfect day to celebrate, to enjoy life, to show love to friends, to reminisce on the past, and to look towards the future. The song acknowledges that some of the characters' adversaries are coming home from the pen, so they should live at peace with one another.
Overall, "Holiday" is a song about triumph over adversity. The lyrics recognize that the road has been hard, but the characters are successful, and they celebrate this success with a "Player's Holiday." It's a message of hope, a message that communicates that it's possible to overcome hard times and come out better on the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
Rise and shine, make you want to say
Waking up and feeling grateful for another day
Dear God, let me thank you for another day
Expressing gratitude to God for the gift of life
For livin' life on the edge and I'm tryin' to break it
Striving for excitement and pushing boundaries
Tired of duckin' the Feds, but it's a struggle to make it
Feeling exhausted from evading law enforcement while trying to succeed
So this is your day homey, now it's time to shine
Recognizing that it's a special day for friends to celebrate and succeed
If a player's only trickin', you can wine and dine
Acknowledging that players can entertain and treat others lavishly
Stress free from the drama, better go get your ticket
Encouraging others to escape from conflict and enjoy the festivities
Then come on cause some squares can't lie to kick it
Inviting genuine individuals to join the celebration while excluding fake people
It feels good not to grind no more
Finding satisfaction in no longer having to work hard
Don't get it twisted cause I still hustle
Clarifying that even though they have achieved success, they still work hard
Maintainin' just tryin' to reach my goal
Continuing to strive for personal objectives
Livin' life truly successful
Experiencing genuine and fulfilling prosperity
So that my little soldier never have to sell no dope
Working towards a future where their child doesn't have to engage in illegal activities
All the Cutties from the pens comin' home again
Celebrating the release of loved ones from prison
And we ain't tryin' to kill each other cause brother we all in
Promoting unity and discouraging violence within the community
Beautiful black women give 'em much respect
Expressing admiration and appreciation for black women
And ain't no funk 'tween the east and the west
Emphasizing unity between different geographical regions
It's just a Player Holiday
Designating the day as a celebration for players
Today's the day the Players play
Highlighting that it's a special day for players to enjoy themselves
So you better be on your way
Encouraging others to join in and participate
Now it's time to celebrate
Signaling that it's time to rejoice and have fun
Hurry up and don't be late
Urging people to arrive promptly to not miss out
Cause you know it's gonna be a lovely day
Anticipating a day full of joy and happiness
January 1 the year 2000
Referring to the specific date and year
We gettin' all the money and we ain't through clownin'
Asserting that they will continue to have fun and make money
You can tell everybody that stays around your way
Encouraging others to spread the news about the celebration
Today is the official Player's Holiday
Declaring the day as an official holiday for players
Short Dog I'm lovin' every minute of it
Expressing pure enjoyment and satisfaction
Cause pimpin's been around since the beginning of it
Acknowledging the long-standing history and presence of pimp culture
We barbecuin' chicken, that's what we doin'
Describing one of the activities during the celebration
Buy some breezys and we kickin'
Purchasing alcoholic beverages and having a good time
And Cap what you doin?
Asking Cap what he's currently engaged in
I'm just sittin here timin' like a Rolex watch
Indicating a relaxed and observant state of being
I figured by now y'all realize that Hip-Hop and Rap won't stop
Asserting that the genres of Hip-Hop and Rap will continue to thrive
Puttin' it together like a racing track
Comparing the creation of music to the construction of a racing track
Where's all my Latino, Philippino, and Ese partners at?
Calling for the presence and participation of different ethnic groups
I know you feel me when I say that life's a struggle
Understanding that others can relate to the hardships of life
But God first, y'all know we all can't help but bubble
Prioritizing faith in God and acknowledging the potential for success
So keep your head up
Encouraging others to remain positive and optimistic
And know that things are changing for the better
Assuring that positive transformation is occurring
Talkin' 'bout the youth, the little kids
Discussing the importance of uplifting and nurturing the younger generation
Forget about you, never
Emphasizing that they will never disregard others
Now all the real players throw your Rollies in The air
Encouraging successful individuals to celebrate by waving their luxury watches
And wave 'em all around like you just don't care
Exhibiting carefree and extravagant behavior with their watches
From side to side and from front to back
Amping up the energy and movement of the celebration
Throw the peace sign baby, show me where you at
Inviting individuals to display a peace sign and indicate their presence
Dollar bill y'all, and we could scream it out loud
Expressing the significance of money and celebrating prosperity
And Mac Mall's here, homey that can move the crowd
Introducing Mac Mall as a talented artist who can captivate an audience
So what the deal with you nigga, you could cross the town
Challenging others to demonstrate their strength and impact in their community
Put the squeeze on the haters, ain't no need to clown
Asserting that it's unnecessary to mock or belittle the haters, but rather overpower them
None of the homies got pop
None of their friends have faced negative consequences
None of the spots got batteram
None of the locations have been raided by law enforcement
And I'll be damned, it's crackin' like a Summer Jam
Expressing excitement and surprise that the celebration is in full swing
Barbecues, no more feuds, players embracin'
Enjoying outdoor gatherings and seeing players come together without conflicts
Slammin' dominos, bustin' raps, still paper chasin'
Engaging in various activities, including playing dominos and rapping, while still pursuing financial success
Competitors keep a distance, it's all love baby
Maintaining a friendly distance from rivals and promoting an atmosphere of love
Rub-a-dub-dub love, welcome to the Players Club baby
Embracing a loving and inclusive environment within the Players Club
A family affair, a toast to the bay, hey
Highlighting the sense of family and camaraderie in the celebration, with a special mention to the local area
Looks like it's gonna be one of them lovely days
Foreseeing a day filled with joy and positivity
Mama used to put my clothes on layaway
Recalling the times when their mother couldn't afford to buy clothes outright
Now I'm dipped everyday and every see-note got big face
Highlighting personal growth and financial success, now being able to afford luxury items
Holler at me man, used to ride the back of the bus
Reflecting on past experiences of segregation and marginalized treatment
Now I'm spinnin V-12's though the times is rough
Despite facing challenges, they are now able to enjoy luxurious cars and a comfortable lifestyle
In God we trust haters, you can only hate us
Asserting resilience in the face of haters and placing trust in God
But can't front cause you knew that we was bound to blow up
Challenging haters to admit that their success was inevitable
Gettin' paid what we can, Short Dog and Ant Banks
Acknowledging financial success and mentioning Short Dog and Ant Banks as contributors
Mac Mall do it big on a Players Holiday, yeah
Highlighting Mac Mall's significant role in the celebration on a Players Holiday
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, GOLDEN WITHERS MUSIC
Written by: ANTHONY BANKS, KEVIN DIXON, ANTHONY FORTE, FORTE, ANTHONY, JAMAL ROCKER, SKIP SCARBOROUGH, TODD SHAW, TODD ANTHONY SHAW, WILLIAM HARRISON WITHERS, WILLIAM HARRISON WITHERS JR.
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